Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, University of Saskatchewan

06/04/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Tracey Carr, CH&E assistant professor, on receiving a Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation - SHRF Align Grant!

We proudly announce Tracey Carr and Michael MacFadden at Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, University of Saskatchewan and St. Paul's Hospital & Foundation - Saskatoon as one of our Align Grant recipients!

Read about the project at https://www.shrf.ca/post/2026-27-align-call-1-results

Saskatchewan Health Authority
Saskatchewan Cancer Agency
Saskatchewan Centre for Patient-Oriented Research - SCPOR

06/04/2026

Congratulations to our MSc students, PhD candidates, and Global Health Certificate students who are celebrating their successes at convocation today! We are so proud of your accomplishments!

06/03/2026

As we recognize National Indigenous History Month and Pride Month in June, we’re reminded of the rich diversity in our communities and that culturally safe, inclusive care begins with awareness. As summer begins to unfold, consider small ways to reflect, connect and bring meaning to your work.

Pride Month events: https://ow.ly/4IP150YZPZt
Indigenous History Month events: https://ow.ly/HYfb50YZPZx

06/02/2026

Are you a researcher facilitating community-based research? We are looking for participants to take part in a discussion for a study on Decolonize, Empower, Thrive: Indigenous Community Ethics in Action on June 17, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon at the GSA.

As a participant in this study, you would be asked to join group discussions to share your perspectives and experiences on research ethics and community-based research. Your participation would involve one session lasting approximately 60-90 minutes, plus a short voluntary survey that would take about 15-20 minutes, offered either in person or online.

Tea, coffee and snacks will be available.

For more information or to volunteer for this study, please contact Dr. Cari Mcllduff at [email protected]

06/01/2026

🎉 Congratulations to all students graduating this week from our biomedical sciences, doctor of medicine, physical therapy, health sciences, and community and population health programs. 🎓

We’re incredibly proud of all your hard work and excited to see where your journey takes you next.

05/26/2026

Interested in rural, remote, and agricultural health and safety? Join us at our Rooted in Community Gathering on Monday, June 15th! This free event features breakout sessions, keynote speakers, and resource booths. Share your voice, connect, and make an impact. Register today!

05/22/2026

Join us for a morning of thought‑provoking presentations that examine emerging perspectives in medicine, integrative health, and wellness. The Highlights in Medicine Lectureship Series is 1 month away!

June 20 | Everyone welcome | Virtual or In-person

To learn more and to register, go to https://ow.ly/lhzE50YZQQl.

05/20/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Gary Groot and his team for successfully shepherding the Graduate Certificate in Improvement Science proposal through to approval!

Beginning in Fall 2027, this certificate will advance our contribution to Health Services and Learning Health System research and practice and directly supports USask’s mission to advance interdisciplinary, applied knowledge and promote health equity. The certificate also aligns with the College of Medicine’s goals of improving health outcomes and professional leadership.

To learn more, check out https://shorturl.at/ainSP

05/19/2026

📣 The 2026 edition of Connective Issue, the College of Medicine's digital magazine, is now live!

This issue features updates and news from across our college community, including:
✨ A look back at our history
✨ The impact of rural medical education
✨ Groundbreaking research initiatives
✨ Partnerships and donors making a difference, and
✨ Profiles of our college community

https://medicine.usask.ca/connective-issue/

05/12/2026

Have you heard? The CH&E leadership and administration teams have moved! You will find our faculty with administrative roles, including Dr. Nazeem Muhajarine, Dr. Julie Kryzanowski, Dr. Sylvia Abonyi, and administrative staff (Deana Thunderchild, Lynne Correa and Stephanie Kehrig) in the newly allocated suite in Health Sciences D-wing, 2D01. Be sure to come for a visit and check out our fantastic new space!